1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 915 kg more than 1984 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |