1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter | C |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
