1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 230 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 186 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
