2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Century. 1991 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
