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 |
