1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 105 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Caprice |
Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 3753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |