1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1 kg more than 2012 Jeep Liberty.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Caprice | Liberty |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2695 mm |