1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | SL |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |