1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1977 Toyota Crown is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (170 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Crown weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 280 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
