1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 8 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 104 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 450 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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 (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Caprice | IS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |