1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino has manual transmission. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Caprice | Cappuccino |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2070 mm |