1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
