1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 69 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 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 70 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius 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 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 230 | Prius |
Year Released | 1941 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2700 mm |