1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 425 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 250 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
