1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Corvette |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |