1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Caprice 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Chevrolet Jeep
Model Caprice Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1990 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 3966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 87 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1764 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 78 L


 

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