1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
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 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Caprice | 944 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
