1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
