1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G 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 17 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 745 kg more than 1993 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Carina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
