1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 918 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 190 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |