1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 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 79 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1041 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |