1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 328 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, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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, 2010 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Terrain 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 | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 200 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
