1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 14 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Caprice | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
