1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 845 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |