1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 has manual transmission. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | C 111 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |