2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 695 kg more than 1969 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 CLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
