2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 795 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLK | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |