1976 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1880 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Carina 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 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Toyota Carina | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carina | A |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |