1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 31 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 (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 17 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 380 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
