1983 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1983 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 (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 803 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corona | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corona | S |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3165 mm |
