1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 737 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
