1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1987 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
