1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 250 | Carina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |