1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2002 Ginetta G34 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 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 10 more horse power than 2002 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2002 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1044 kg more than 2002 Ginetta G34. 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 (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ginetta G34. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2002 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2002 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Caprice | G34 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1050 mm |
