1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP, 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, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. (240 Nm). This means 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi SUP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | SUP |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
