1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, both 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 and 1991 Toyota Lexcen were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 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 C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Lexcen. 1991 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 1991 Toyota Lexcen
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model C 112 Lexcen
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5987 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 402 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2740 mm


 

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