1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Caprice 2008 Honda CR-V
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Caprice CR-V
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 58 L