1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW 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 CW. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will, 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 CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will. 2002 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW has manual transmission. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 2002 Toyota Will | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CW | Will |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |