1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Honda Stream

To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 18 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 43 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 554 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Honda Stream, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Caprice 2011 Honda Stream
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Caprice Stream
Year Released 1993 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2730 mm


 

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