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Chevrolet Caprice IV Station Wagon 4.3 i V8 (203 Hp)
Overall Rating
Chevrolet Caprice:
The Chevrolet Caprice is a full-size car produced by Chevrolet in North America from 1965 through the 1996 model years. All versions of the full-size Chevrolet models reached their peak in 1965, with over a million units sold. It was the most popular car in the U. S. in the 1960s and early 1970s, during a time when its production also included the Biscayne, Bel Air, and Impala trims.
Introduced in mid-1965 as a luxury trim package for the Impala four-door hardtop, Chevrolet offered a complete line of Caprice body style versions for the 1966 and subsequent model years, including a "formal hardtop" coupe and a station wagon. The 1971 through 1976 models are the largest Chevrolets built. The downsized 1977 and restyled 1991 models were awarded Motor Trend Car of the Year. Production ended in 1996....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Station Wagon Overview:
Chevrolet Caprice (IV Station Wagon). With 332 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2029 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 195 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
4.3 i V8 (203 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 4.3L V8 (L99) provides adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, offering smooth acceleration typical of a large American V8, though not designed for spirited performance.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption at 11.8 l/100 km (around 20 MPG US) is respectable for a large V8 station wagon of its size and era, making it a relatively efficient choice among its peers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and cargo capacity
- • Comfortable, smooth ride quality
- • Robust and reliable V8 engines
- • Classic American styling
- • Good for highway cruising and family trips
Cons:
- • Large exterior dimensions can make parking difficult
- • Fuel economy, while decent for its class, is high by modern standards
- • Handling is soft and not sporty
- • Interior materials are basic by today's standards
- • Limited advanced safety features due to age
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(83: 1983 - 1990).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Chevrolet |
| Model: | Caprice |
| Generation: | IV Station Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.3 i V8 (203 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 203 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 47.1 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 332 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | L99 More details about the engine L99 |
| Engine displacement: | 4312 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.9 l |
| Coolant: | 13.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.2 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10 kg/Hp, 100 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 163.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2029 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 87 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5520 mm mm |
| Width: | 2022 mm mm |
| Height: | 1546 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2945 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1578 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1628 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/75 R15 H |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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