1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 57 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 263 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Sportage |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |