1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 72 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Caprice |
Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |