1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Blazer and 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
