1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 7 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 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 906 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. 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, 2000 Ford Escort, 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 (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Escort |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |