1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (231 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 310 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 420 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |