1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 22 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 279 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Caprice | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
