1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 39 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 240 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 133 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 27.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
