1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1982 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Model F |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2240 mm |