2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 26 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 735 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.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
