1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 545 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Because 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser. (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
