1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 13 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 240 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 280 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
