2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 577 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Canyon | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
