1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.

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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Caprice 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Caprice Camaro
Year Released 1993 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 257 HP 319 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2852 mm


 

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