1995 Acura Legend vs. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 1 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, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 439 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend.
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, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura Legend has manual transmission. 1995 Acura Legend 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:
1995 Acura Legend | 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Caprice |
Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |