2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
