1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Caprice | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
