1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 17 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Caprice | Savana |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4311 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |