1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 194 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
