2004 Holden Rodeo vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Rodeo | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rodeo | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3910 mm |
