1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Caprice and 1991 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz S. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz S has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 1991 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Caprice S
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2950 mm


 

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