2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LR2 | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
