1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 1991 Saturn Sedan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 927 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sedan, 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Caprice | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
