1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008

To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 22 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.

Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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.

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1990 Chevrolet Caprice 2012 Peugeot 3008
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Caprice 3008
Year Released 1990 2012
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4365 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1837 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1639 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2613 mm