1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1973 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C 111 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1589 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
