2003 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 910 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |