1992 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 550 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Camaro | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Caprice |
Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |