1970 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corona | R |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3216 mm |
