2001 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover. (222 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2001 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2001 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
