1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 24 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3005 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
