2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 409 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
