1982 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 635 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
