1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 18 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 280 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Caprice | Sierra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4311 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3645 mm |