1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 596 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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 (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Camry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
