1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 940 kg more than 1955 Skoda 1200. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Caprice | 1200 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |