1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 7 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2003 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Caprice | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
