1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Crown | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown | C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
