2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 880 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
