1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 19 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 67 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 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 (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Caprice | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2794 mm |
