1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2601 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
