1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corona | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
