1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 35 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 82 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
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1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | S | Korando |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |