1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1985 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Model F |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
