1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 855 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Caprice | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |