2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 358 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
