1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 19 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
