2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (205 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | 380 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 90 L |
