1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Chevrolet Caprice 2007 SsangYong Korando
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model Caprice Korando
Year Released 1987 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5030 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2490 mm


 

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