1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 665 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Carina | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carina | C |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2761 mm |