1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Daihatsu Naked

To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 15 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Daihatsu Naked, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Caprice 2005 Daihatsu Naked
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model Caprice Naked
Year Released 1990 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 659 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 60.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 37 L


 

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