2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (182 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Camaro | 190 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |