2007 Kia Pregio vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 445 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Pregio | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pregio | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
