1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vega | 420 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |