1977 Kia Brisa vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Kia Brisa | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brisa | E |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2940 mm |
