1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 14 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 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
