1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1770 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carina | Viano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
