1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 420 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |