1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 19 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 34 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
