1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 379 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 170 V | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
