1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 11 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 103 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 914 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda City, 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 (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda City has manual transmission. 2004 Honda City 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 | 2004 Honda City | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | City |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |