1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
