1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 240 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
