1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 14 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, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 2004 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Caprice | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
