1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Honda Capa

To start off, 2000 Honda Capa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 820 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Caprice 2000 Honda Capa
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Caprice Capa
Year Released 1988 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5032 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5460 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2370 mm


 

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