1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Caprice |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |