1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Chrysler New Yorker

To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Caprice and 1991 Chrysler New Yorker were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 34 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 350 kg more than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker, 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 (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 1991 Chrysler New Yorker
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Caprice New Yorker
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2660 mm


 

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