1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vega | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3080 mm |