1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 18 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 2,299 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 19 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 785 kg more than 1998 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 1998 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Carina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
