1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 730 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
