1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | 220 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |