2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 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 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore. 1983 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | C | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
