1995 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1980 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | 1980 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | E | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
