2002 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 660 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tahoe | 420 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
