1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | 180 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
