1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1981 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 635 kg more than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 1981 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | C | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
