2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1982 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |