1977 Suzuki Cervo vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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 (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1977 Suzuki Cervo has manual transmission. 1977 Suzuki Cervo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Suzuki Cervo | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cervo | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
