1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition 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 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 200 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |