1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Navajo | 280 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |