1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 65 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Sienna |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |