1971 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Toyota Crown is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Crown |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
