1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 535 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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.
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1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Caprice | Colorado |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |