1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | S | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
