1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 18 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 56 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 221 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
