1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 7 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 715 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
