1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranger | 500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1620 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 |