1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 26 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 444 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lancia Voyager. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lancia Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 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 | 1666 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
