1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 965 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota MR2 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 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
