1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona 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 52 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 635 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Corona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |