1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 71 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 465 kg more than 1989 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 1989 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
