1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chevrolet Caprice 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Caprice C
Year Released 1989 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 195 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 17.7:1
Top Speed 195 km/hour 241 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 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 62 L


 

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