2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica.
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 SLK (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
