1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 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), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 991 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
