2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5733 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 95 L |
