1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 16 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
