1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 945 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Caprice | TR6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4311 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |