1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 28 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 500 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 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 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 240 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 48 L |