1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1979 Toyota Mark II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 250 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
