1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1975 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | 320 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 134 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
