1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | 280 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2940 mm |
