1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Kia Opirus is newer by 28 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Opirus weights approximately 317 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Opirus, 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, 2008 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Caprice | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
