2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Vito | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
