2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commodore | SL |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |