1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Holden Berlina.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Caprice | Berlina |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |