1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
