1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 394 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caprice | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
