1995 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Land Rover Range Rover | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Range Rover | 420 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
