1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 8 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 (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 190 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
