1996 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (188 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | V | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
