1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
