1980 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 900 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Carina | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carina | E |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2874 mm |
