1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 250 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
