1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 28 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 287 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |