1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Because 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 200 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
