2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 171 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |