1979 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Ford Cortina. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Cortina | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cortina | C |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |