2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 227 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fusion | 230 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
