1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
