1987 Dodge Colt vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1987 Dodge Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Colt | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colt | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
