1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 555 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | 230 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
