1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry 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 79 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 900 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Camry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
