1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,308 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 230 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
