1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Comodoro | 300 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2940 mm |