1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 960. (187 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 324 kg more than 1990 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 960. (263 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 960. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | 960 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
