1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger 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 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 240 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |