2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Blizzard. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | E500 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2030 mm |