1989 Holden Barina vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Barina | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Barina | W 111 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2760 mm |