2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
