2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 211 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2111 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
