1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Caprice 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 71 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Prius |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
