1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (136 HP @ 2600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | E |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
