1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 1984 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 280 | Model F |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |