1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 15 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 12 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | 200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
