1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 426 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000. 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 (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | C | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
