1965 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 50 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
