1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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 4,973 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 57 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 682 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
