1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 30 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (205 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 235 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 380 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3839 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |