1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
