1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 Toyota Century. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Century. 1980 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1980 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Century |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |