1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 504 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
