1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Caprice | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |