2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1994 Nissan 270 R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 270 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 270 R would be higher. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 270 R (270 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 270 R should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Nissan 270 R (344 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan 270 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1994 Nissan 270 R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | 270 R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
