1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 28 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 77 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 280 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2745 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
