1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 114 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |