1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 366 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | W 111 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
