1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 775 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
