1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 395 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | SLK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2431 mm |
