1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
