1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 24 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 16 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.

Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chevrolet Caprice 2013 Toyota Venza
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Caprice Venza
Year Released 1989 2013
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2775 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 67 L


 

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