1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 176 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Commodore | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commodore | 170 V |
Year Released | 1991 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |