1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 604 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |