1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |