1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 869 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 500 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
Model | Caprice | CCXR |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |