2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1992 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Supra. (104 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Supra. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1992 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2952 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
