1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 125 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.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4311 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
