1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 16 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Wind has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Wind will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Wind |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
