1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 877 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (422 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3270 mm |
