1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1980 Toyota Cressida is newer by 34 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Cressida (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 126 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Toyota Cressida (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 170 V | Cressida |
Year Released | 1946 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |