1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 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 64 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 865 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Caprice | TR6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |