1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 47 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1988 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 230 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1941 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2210 mm |