1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 29 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
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1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Caprice | XC60 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |