1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z 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 146 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Z |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
