1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2010 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 560 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2659 mm |
