2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | B | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
