2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 1981 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rezzo | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
