1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Rover 3500 (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Rover 3500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 519 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Caprice | 3500 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |