1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 455 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Euro 1 | C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
