1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Because 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 230 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
