1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 595 kg more than 1964 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
