1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Caprice and 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 795 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (234 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1991 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Caprice | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |