1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 16 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, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2005 Chrysler Sebring, 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
