1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1978 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | 250 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |