1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 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 95 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1999 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Caprice | Korando |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |