1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 250 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
