1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 96 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
