1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 13 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 has manual transmission. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | 240 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |