1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 897 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Vega | Caprice |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |