2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
