1970 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1976 Toyota Mark II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. Both 1970 Mercedes-Benz E and 1976 Toyota Mark II are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Mark II (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz E | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
