1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 355 kg more than 1969 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Corona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
