1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 14 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 130 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 116 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
