1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mark II 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II 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, 2005 Toyota Mark II 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
