1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2410 mm |
