1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 480 kg more than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 170S | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |