1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 15 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 990 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Caprice | YRV |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
