1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 1979 Seat 131 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Seat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 540 kg more than 1979 Seat 131. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 131. (149 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | S | 131 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
