1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 131 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | Sprite | Caprice |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 95 L |