1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 280 | Will |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2744 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
