1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 340 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | Viano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
