1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
