1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Starlet 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 144 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1992 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Starlet. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Starlet 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 | 1992 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
