2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
