2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 21.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
