2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
