1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 45 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 875 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Caprice | Equator |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |