1987 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1523 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Toyota Crown 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Toyota Mercedes-Benz
Model Crown Sprinter
Year Released 1987 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 97 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1272 kg 2795 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 6939 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 2731 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 4326 mm