1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 574 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2008 Honda Odyssey, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
