1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vega | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 69 L |
