1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
