1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Caprice | P5B |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |