1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 946 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Sera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Toyota Sera | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sera | E |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |