1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 240 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
