2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 222 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | B | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
