1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
