2008 Hyundai H100 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai H100 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | H100 | 230 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
