2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2810 mm |
