1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 644 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Express |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 555 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3440 mm |