1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 and 1992 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 186 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (197 Nm). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 1992 Toyota Camry
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model 500 Camry
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4973 cc 2164 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 197 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2080 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 70 L


 

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