2002 Kia Retona vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 23 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 48 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 512 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Retona | 250 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2525 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
