1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
