1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1968 Honda S600. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1968 Honda S600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | S600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |