2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
