1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Carina |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2540 mm |