1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1995 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
