2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2252 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
