1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 42 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dacia |
| Model | 250 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2673 mm |
