1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 158 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | SE | Caldina |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |