1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
