2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1978 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 834 kg more than 1978 Toyota Carina.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1978 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Carina |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2510 mm |
