2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 750 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
