1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 4 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 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 250 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CW | Corona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |