1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 240 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2340 mm |
