1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 950 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. 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 (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Caprice | iOn |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
