1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 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, both vehicles can yield 195 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 451 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Express |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
