1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 1998 Venturi 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
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 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
Model | 200 | 400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 520 Nm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |