1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
