1985 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 28 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. (316 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz S.
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1985 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3839 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |