1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 17 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
