1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Corona |
Year Released | 1942 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 432 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |