1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Toyota Cressida is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1989 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
