1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1975 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corona | S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3165 mm |
