2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E-250 | 230 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |