1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 113 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8.
Because 1990 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 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Caprice | C8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
