1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Publica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |