1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 146 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 380 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
