2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 725 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2590 mm |
