1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 25 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.

Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 1998 Toyota Caldina
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model 280 Caldina
Year Released 1973 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2746 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 156 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 223 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 60 L