1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1982 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,312 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 52 kg more than 1982 Toyota Crown. 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 E (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1982 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Crown |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3312 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
