1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
