1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1991 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1991 Toyota Model F is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1991 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 280 | Model F |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2745 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2240 mm |