1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 450 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 500 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
