1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
