1995 Acura Legend vs. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Caprice |
Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |