2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1985 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 536 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 799 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
