1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 11 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, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2000 Oldsmobile SS, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caprice | SS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
