1988 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 930 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | G | Carina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
