1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. 2010 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 has manual transmission. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
