1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | 230 | E-Series |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 150 L |