1977 Ford 2000 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 763 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford 2000 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2000 | Vito |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |