1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter 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 138 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1983 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 300 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2410 mm |
