1974 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,312 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 720 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1974 Daihatsu Consorte | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Consorte | E |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 3312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |