1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Caprice | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
