2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |
