1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
Because 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 200 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 125 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
