1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 505 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Because 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2000 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | 230 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
