1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 905 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2590 mm |
