1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-10 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
