1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen AAC.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caprice | AAC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
