2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 715 kg more than 1978 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 SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SL | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |