1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blazer | 280 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |