1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 23 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
