2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tonka | 380 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2820 mm |
