1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Caprice | Charger |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3053 mm |