1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | E |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |