1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Model F 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 265 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F.
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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F 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 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 240 | Model F |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2240 mm |