2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 30 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 131 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nitro | 280 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |