1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 16 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 15 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 316 kg more than 2010 GMC Terrain. 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, 2010 GMC Terrain, 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Caprice | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2858 mm |
