2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
