2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
