1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 264 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
Because 1984 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900, 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Caprice | 900 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
