2005 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 447 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | B | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
