1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carina | ML |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2913 mm |