2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 10 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Uplander | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 mm |
