2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 365 kg more than 1992 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | C | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |