1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1990 Toyota Model F.
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, 1990 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
