1989 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Model F |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
