1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (362 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 303 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Caprice |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 362 HP |
Torque | 502 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3009 mm |