1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280. (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | 280 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2744 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |