1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 12 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 49 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2005 Lancia Thesis has manual transmission. 2005 Lancia Thesis 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 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Caprice | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2385 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
