1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | CL |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |