1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 250 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
