2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caravan | 250 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |