1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 96 kg more than 1989 Toyota Century. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1989 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Century |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
