1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 7 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
