1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 759 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Land Cruiser | SL |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2099 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2585 mm |