1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 280 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2744 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
