1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 kg more than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Ponton | Corolla |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |