1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 16 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 122 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 194 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 2001 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 2001 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
