1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Plymouth Valiant. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 Plymouth Valiant.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Caprice | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
