1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Avensis |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |