2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 178 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 (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | 230 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 359 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |