1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 904 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2430 mm |