1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Lexus RX
To start off, 2012 Lexus RX is newer by 23 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, 2012 Lexus RX (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus RX weights approximately 115 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, 2012 Lexus RX, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Caprice | RX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
