1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 380 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
