1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
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 Scion tC, 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | Caprice | tC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
