2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (73 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 704 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
