1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 28 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, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 536 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Avanza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |