2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.
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 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Avalanche | Caprice |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |