1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5985 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |