1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 280 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2746 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
