1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | Ponton | Starlet |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |