2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 970 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
