1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 34 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 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa 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 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 250 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
