1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1975 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3198 cc | 1406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |