1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 352 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | NSX |
Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |