1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 (182 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 670 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 190 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
