1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 250 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2523 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2740 mm |