1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1976 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura 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 255 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. 1976 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 has manual transmission. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1976 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | 250 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
