1992 Toyota Sera vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 426 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A (180 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Sera | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sera | A |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
