1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 815 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Caprice | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
