1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 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 77 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Korando |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
