1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 511 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Astro |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
