1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 240 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Top Speed | 133 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 27.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |