1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 2000 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | 170 V | Neon |
Year Released | 1946 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |