1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | Pilot |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |