1982 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 704 kg more than 1982 Ford Taunus. 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 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | C |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
