1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 26 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 14 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 250 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2525 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 56 L |
