2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1987 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
