1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1981 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |
