1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6329 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2880 mm |
