2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
