1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1997 Toyota Venture is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Because 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Venture |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3005 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
