1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.

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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Chevrolet Caprice 1996 Italdesign Nazca
Make Chevrolet Italdesign
Model Caprice Nazca
Year Released 1994 1996
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4312 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2610 mm


 

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