1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 45 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | C |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |