1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (122 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | 190 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
