1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet S-10 and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (260 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-10 | 280 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |