2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pregio | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 3837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
