1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 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 2 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caprice | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3380 mm |
