1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier
To start off, both 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 and 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1978 Vauxhall Cavalier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | 240 | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2530 mm |
