2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |