1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
