1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E | Carina |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5956 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |