1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 20 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2011 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2011 GMC Canyon 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Caprice | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
