1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 261 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranger | 170 V |
Year Released | 1997 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |