1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 568 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3042 mm |