2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
