2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vito | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
