1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Cresta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |