1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | 250 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1820 mm |
