1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 1986 Toyota Hilux is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1986 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 432 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 73 L |
