1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 223 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 519 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
