1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maverick | 250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2525 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
