1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 298 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
