1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
