1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 190 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
