1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 240 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
