2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 29 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 TrailBlazer (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TrailBlazer | 300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2940 mm |