1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 197 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | Pilot |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |