1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 281 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | Forester |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
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 | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2616 mm |