1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice 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 37 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 675 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4311 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |