1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1970 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Humber Sceptre 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 89 more horse power than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1970 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 958 kg more than 1970 Humber Sceptre. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Humber Sceptre. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1970 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Caprice | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
