1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1966 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 250 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |