1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 110 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
