1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | 300 | Fifties |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |