1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 208 kg more than 1985 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 250 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
