2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 735 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 883 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
