1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 144 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
