2000 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 825 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
