1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2011 Subaru Forester
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Caprice Forester
Year Released 1995 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4312 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 197 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4559 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1674 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2616 mm