1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | Challenger |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5022 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |