1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 489 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. 2011 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
Model | 250 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |