1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, both 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 and 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier.
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. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 has automatic transmission and 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier has manual transmission. 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1980 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | 380 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
