2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 630 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
