1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
