2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1981 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Crown weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Crown. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1981 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
