2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1974 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Transit Connect | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |