1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 895 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6. 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Caprice | TR6 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |