1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (188 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 615 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | R |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |