1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 87 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 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Tribeca has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Tribeca 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 | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2745 mm |
