1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Toyota RunX

To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 11 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.

Because 1990 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 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RunX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Caprice 2001 Toyota RunX
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Caprice RunX
Year Released 1990 2001
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 6800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 85 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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