2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 945 kg more than 1970 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 S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3723 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
