1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190. (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chevelle | 190 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
