1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 280 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |