1971 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 225 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Carina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
