1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 66 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | Vito |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |