1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caprice | 88 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
