1969 Buick GS vs. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Buick 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | GS | Caprice |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |