2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 950 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Range Rover | 280 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |