1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Corona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2744 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
