1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia

To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 3 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 600 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 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 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 1994 Hyundai Marcia
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Caprice Marcia
Year Released 1991 1994
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2710 mm


 

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