1997 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz C | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Corona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.3 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |