1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, both 1993 Dodge Spirit and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Spirit | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spirit | 280 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3610 mm |