1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 111 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 900 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Corolla |
Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |