2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 559 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Durango | 380 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 90 L |
