1966 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (267 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 645 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chevrolet Caprice | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Supra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
