1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Caprice and 1991 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 210 kg more than 1991 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1991 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jeep Cherokee. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1991 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1991 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Caprice | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |