2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
