1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 134 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard 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 S (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
