1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Chronos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Chronos. (311 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Chronos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Chronos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3330 mm |
