1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 25 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 72 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |
