2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Expedition | 420 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 329 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |