2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Colorado | 170 V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
