1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 | 200 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |