1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1997 Subaru SVX 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 (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | SVX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
