1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. Both 1992 Chevrolet Suburban and 1993 Chevrolet Caprice are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 295 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2950 mm |
