2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 449 kg more than 1975 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2700 mm |
