1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona.
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 C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corona | C |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |