1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | 230 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
