1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | Charger |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3048 mm |