1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 848 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | 230 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1908 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
