1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 20 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.

Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Caprice 2010 SsangYong Korando
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model Caprice Korando
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 2294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 88.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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