2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 235 kg more than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
