2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 440 kg more than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | 170S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 47 L |
