1980 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 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 LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S. (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Land Rover |
| Model | S | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
