1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 273 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Caprice |
Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |