1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 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 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 22 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 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 280 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2745 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |