1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1987 Toyota Model F is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Model F |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3837 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
