1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Because 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 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 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. 1998 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 has manual transmission. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 240 | Joice |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |