1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 820 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
