1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | C |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
