2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1980 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Envoy | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Envoy | 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |