1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 770 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
