1986 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Caprice 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 24 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 732 kg more than 2006 MG TF. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 MG TF has manual transmission. 2006 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Caprice | TF |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
