1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190

To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 385 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Chevrolet Camaro 1982 Mercedes-Benz 190
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Camaro 190
Year Released 1971 1982
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5025 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm


 

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