1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 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 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Caprice | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |