2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Astro | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Astro | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |