1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | SLK |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |