1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |
