1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | 200 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |