1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 33 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 603 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2013 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Caprice | Accent |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |