1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2008 Toyota Venza, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Venza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
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 | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |