2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 16 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (216 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1324 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | GL | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2459 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
