1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 412 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
