1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 15 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
