1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 200 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |