1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Dodge Caravan | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caravan | W 111 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |