1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 27 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 354 kg more than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3837 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
