1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,601 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 104 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1981 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 1981 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 (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2601 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
