1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 9 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, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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, 2002 Acura CL, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Acura CL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Caprice | CL |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |