1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 484 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caprice | C |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
