1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
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1970 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corolla | E |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2874 mm |