2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 428 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 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 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |