1999 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | V | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
