1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (192 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 514 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | SLK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
