2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 825 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |