1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Lexus GS
To start off, 1996 Lexus GS is newer by 5 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Lexus GS.
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 (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1996 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Caprice | GS |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |