2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 715 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
