1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | C |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |