1978 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 562 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. 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 E (617 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corolla | E |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2874 mm |
