1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | W 110 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2673 mm |
