1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 319 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 380 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
