1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 240 | Carina |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3005 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |