1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 200 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |