1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 16 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
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 (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
