1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 6 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Caprice | Marcia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |