1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (123 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | 300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
