1998 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
