1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 1978 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1994 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | 240 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2860 mm |