1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 17 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
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, 2007 Saturn Vue, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Caprice | Vue |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |