1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 344 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 2012 Toyota Hilux
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model 200 Hilux
Year Released 1976 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 160 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 80 L


 

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