1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1997 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 29 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 29 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1997 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | 280 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2744 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |