2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prizm | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
