1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1423 kg more than 1987 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 GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Carina | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carina | GL |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |