1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 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 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 885 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Carina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
