2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 915 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
