1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. 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 49 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (128 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | C |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |