2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |