1986 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 790 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | Capri |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
