1982 Lancia Trevi vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Lancia Trevi.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Trevi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Trevi | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trevi | 250 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
