1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 11 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 3,199 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 163 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1085 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2510 mm |
