2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
