2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 561 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 892 kg more than 1979 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 SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 781 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
