2002 Dodge Razor vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (231 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Razor | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
