1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Caprice | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2935 mm |
