2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 980 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
