1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 830 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.

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 (346 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 2001 Toyota Supra
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Caprice Supra
Year Released 1991 2001
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 88 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 940 kg
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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