1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Allion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
