1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 230 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
