1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. 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 169 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 284 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | C 112 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
