1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
Model | 380 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 104 L |