1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chairman | 230.4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |