1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 250 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |