1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 19 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 78 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2013 GMC Acadia, 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Caprice | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| 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 | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
